Kilgore’s manufacturing and oil and gas heritage has created a workforce experienced in fabrication, machining, industrial maintenance, plastics, components, and production support. Existing employers demonstrate that materials-based companies can operate and grow successfully in the community. Competitive operating costs, reliable power, available industrial parcels, and access to regional transportation routes make Kilgore a practical location for suppliers and manufacturers serving Texas and surrounding markets.

Located near I-20 and US 259, Kilgore provides direct access to East Texas, Louisiana, and major regional markets. Its location supports one-day delivery to a broad service area without the congestion and higher costs associated with major metropolitan markets. Available industrial property, competitive labor costs, and access to regional transportation networks make Kilgore a strong fit for distribution centers, specialized warehousing, cold storage, fulfillment, and industrial logistics operations.

Kilgore’s roots in oil and gas continue to support a workforce with practical experience in equipment, fabrication, maintenance, field services, and industrial operations. The community offers competitive electric rates through SWEPCO, regional highway access, and proximity to energy and industrial customers across East Texas and Louisiana. Equipment suppliers, utility-support companies, service operations, and energy-related manufacturers can also benefit from KEDC’s local funding and direct project assistance.

Kilgore offers a cost-conscious location for technology-enabled industrial operations and selected data infrastructure support uses. Competitive electric rates, locally coordinated project support, regional workforce resources, and available industrial property can support electrical equipment suppliers, cooling-system manufacturers, modular infrastructure providers, automation companies, and smaller data-related operations. Kilgore is best positioned for projects that value reliable service, lower operating costs, industrial experience, and access to the growing Texas market.